HIRING TERMS & CONDITIONS

CONDITIONS OF HIRE

The boat must be controlled at all times by the listed driver(s) that require a license and must be 21 yrs or older. All other marine licensing rules apply. The hirer will NOT allow any other person to control the boat unless listed on the booking form & is responsible for all occupants and their actions.

 

Operating the boat is only permitted during daylight hours, unless approved. Boats are allowed in partial smooth in-shore waters only. Beyond the Pines Boat Hire (BTP) is not responsible for any loss of personal items, injuries or deaths to the hirer or its passengers. The boat is not to operate in non-smooth water (at sea) AT ANY TIME. The hirer must not operate the boat in poor weather or sea/river conditions or where such conditions are imminent. If poor weather or sea/river conditions become apparent during a reservation, it is advised for the hirer to return the boat to place of pickup for their own safety and that of all passengers and the boat.

 

Refunds cannot be issued once a reservation has started due to weather changes. WEATHER FORECAST MONITORING IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE HIRER TO ENSURE SAFETY OF PERSONS ON BOARD THE BOAT.

 

Boats are not permitted to cross coastal bars AT ANY TIME. Should the boat not be returned within the agreed time stipulated and the hirer has not communicated with BTP,  additional costs may apply for a late return. Police may be called if the boat is not returned as per the agreement. Please communicate at all times with BTP if plans change for any reason.

The hirer must pay penalty notices if issued by any Authority, occurring during the hire period whether on the road or in the water. The hirer must pay for any damage or losses caused to the boat/equipment during the hire period. The hirer agrees to pay the owner the cost of repair; replacement of any loss or damage howsoever caused which is not covered by insurance due to any breach by the hirer.

 

Hirers will abide by all Maritime Authority, marine and environmental legislation, including being responsible for any fishing license if required. Any listed Hirer must not drive the vessel whilst under the influence of liquor or drugs, or with a blood alcohol content in excess of any statutory limit. The hirer WILL accept the consequences if he/she or any listed co-driver breach these conditions and will not be covered by insurance if found to be in breach of the conditions.

 

Bookings are confirmed when full payment has been received. By signing the hire contract, the hirer acknowledges that they have read, understand & agree to be bound by the terms and conditions of this rental agreement as printed on this document and have made them-self familiar with both the location & content of the safety management plan and operating manual and understands these documents. The location of all safety equipment and procedures to follow for any emergency or hazard are located within these documents.  Confirmation and sighting of the hirers’ identification will be required. Any other passenger wishing to drive the vessel will also be required to present a valid form of I.D. (such as Drivers Licence, Passport or Photo Card), and must be at-least 21 years old.
 

DOCKING POLICY

When docking the boat at a wharf or pontoon, all care must be taken to avoid scratches, dents and damage to boat. Please use fenders provided to protect the sides of the boat. Any damages will need to be paid for.

WEATHER/MECHANICAL DISCLAIMER
We reserve the right to cancel any booking due to dangerous swell and wind conditions at our discretion, at any time. In the case of dangerous conditions, a rescheduling will be provided. We reserve the right to cancel any booking due to any mechanical issues with a vessel, at any time. In the case of mechanical issues, a rescheduling will be provided.

COVID-19 POLICY
Any Public Health Orders in effect at the time of your booking must be followed. Where you or one of your passengers is a close contact or is infectious with COVID-19 and must self-isolate. We are not held liable for any fines that may be incurred for failing to follow any rules.